RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Supervision: Provide constant and attentive supervision to children during their time in the child watch area.

Safety: Ensure the safety and security of children, including monitoring play areas and equipment.

Engagement: Engage children in age-appropriate activities, games, and crafts to promote social and cognitive development.

Behavior Management: Encourage positive behavior and address any disruptive or unsafe conduct following established guidelines.

Communication: Maintain open and clear communication with parents or guardians regarding their child's well-being and any relevant updates.

Cleaning: Maintain a clean and organized child watch area, including disinfecting toys and equipment regularly.

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

Volunteers in this role will develop the following skills and knowledge:

· Child Care Skills: Gaining experience in caring for and engaging with children.

· Safety Awareness: Learning to ensure a safe environment for children.

· Communication: Enhancing communication skills, particularly when dealing with parents or guardians.

· Teamwork: Collaborating with other volunteers and staff for a cohesive child watch experience.

REQUIREMENTS:

Availability Options:

  • Watch children during Cultural Orientation classes: Wednesday and/or Thursdays 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM 
  • Watch children during ELL classes: Tuesdays and/or Thursdays 9 AM- 11 AM Emergent class, 11 AM- 1 PM Basic class, or 3 PM-5 PM Intermediate/Advanced class
  • Flexible hours based on needs from various teams (You do not need to be available for all times listed above in order to volunteer)
  • Patience, attentiveness, and a caring attitude towards children
  • AZ Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card (Email Volunteer Coordinator if you need instructions on how to apply)
  • Experience with cross-cultural communication
  • Assure parents sign-children in
  • Complete incident and accident reports as necessary
  • IRC Background check
  • First Aid certification preferred 

Next Steps: 

Fill out an online application.

Email [email protected] with questions.